Peugeot 406 C (2004 year). Instruction - part 7
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AUTOMATIC AUTOADAPTIVE GEARBOX
The 4-speed automatic gearbox offers the comfort of integral automatic operation
,
enhanced by a sport programme (switch A) and a snow programme (switch B).
Gear selection gate
☞ Move the lever in the gate to select one of the positions.
Once the position is selected, the indicator light for that position illuminates on
the instrument panel display.
P. Park: for immobilising the vehicle and for starting the engine, with the hand-
brake on or off.
R.Reverse: this must be engaged when the vehicle is stationary and the engine
at idle.
N.Neutral: for starting the engine and for parking , with the handbrake on.
D.Drive: for driving in autoadaptive mode
(automatic changing of the four
gears).
V6 engine
3. For driving in town or on winding roads
(automatic changing of the first three
gears only).
2. For driving in the mountains or for towing a trailer
(automatic changing of
the first two gears only).
1. For use on steep gradients
(selection of first gear only).
Special feature of the gearbox (2 litre petrol engine)
Selection of first gear is by pressing button C with the lever in position 2.
To exit first gear, press button C again or move the selector lever.
2 litre engine
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Moving Off
Automatic Operation
When the engine is idling
With the engine running, to move off
Automatic changing of the four
with position R, D, 3, 2 or
from position P:
gears :
1 selected and the brakes
☞ It is essential to press the brake
☞ Move the selector lever to position D.
off, the car will move even
pedal to exit position P
(shift
without you accelerating.
The gearbox continuously selects
lock),
the most suitable gear according to
For this reason, do not leave
☞ Select the required position (R, D,
the following parameters:
children unsupervised inside
3, 2 or 1) then gradually release
- driving style,
the vehicle when the engine is
the brake pedal: the vehicle
running.
- road characteristics,
moves off immediately.
If work needs to be done with the
- vehicle load.
engine running, apply the hand-
You can also move off from position N:
The gearbox functions in autoadap-
brake and select position P.
☞ Release the handbrake with your
tive mode without any action on
Never select position N when the
foot on the brake pedal,
your part.
vehicle is moving.
☞ Select the required position (R, D,
Never select position P or R
3, 2 or 1) then gradually release
unless the vehicle is stationary.
the brake pedal: the vehicle
moves off immediately.
Do not change from one position
Note:
to another to optimise braking on
For immediate maximum acceleration
slippery roads.
without touching the gear lever, press
In the event of battery failure, if
the accelerator pedal down as far as it
the lever is in position P it will not
will go
(kickdown). The gearbox will
be possible to change to another
change down automatically or stay in
position.
the gear selected, up to maximum
engine speed.
When braking, the gearbox changes
down automatically to provide effi-
cient engine braking.
If you take your foot off the accelera-
tor suddenly, the gearbox will not
change up for reasons of safety.
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Sport and Snow programmes
Operating anomaly
In addition to the autoadaptive pro-
Any disruption of the system is indi-
gramme, two special programmes
cated by the alternate flashing of the
are available. The indicator light cor-
sport and snow lights on the instru-
responding to the programme selec-
ment panel.
ted lights up on the instrument panel.
In such a case, the gearbox will
operate in downgrade mode (locked
Sport programme
in 3rd gear). You may feel a substan-
tial knock when reverse is selected
☞ Once the vehicle has been started
from position P or N (this does not
and position D selected, press the
damage the gearbox).
S button.
Do not exceed 60 m.p.h. (100 km/h),
The gearbox automatically favours
if regulations permit this.
dynamic driving.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer without
MANUAL GEARBOX
delay.
Snow programme
Reverse*
This programme makes starting easier
To change to reverse gear, lift the
and offers smooth driving in conditions
ring under the gear lever knob and
when traction is poor.
push the gear lever to the left then to
☞ Once the vehicle has been started
the front.
and position D selected, press the
button.
Reverse gear can only be engaged
The gearbox adapts to driving on
when the vehicle is stationary with
slippery roads.
the engine idling.
Note: You can return to the autoadaptive
programme at any time.
☞ Press the S or button again to
cancel the current programme.
* According to engine.
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Sport and Snow programmes
Operating anomaly
In addition to the autoadaptive pro-
Any disruption of the system is indi-
gramme, two special programmes
cated by the alternate flashing of the
are available. The indicator light cor-
sport and snow lights on the instru-
responding to the programme selec-
ment panel.
ted lights up on the instrument panel.
In such a case, the gearbox will
operate in downgrade mode (locked
Sport programme
in 3rd gear). You may feel a substan-
tial knock when reverse is selected
☞ Once the vehicle has been started
from position P or N (this does not
and position D selected, press the
damage the gearbox).
S button.
Do not exceed 60 m.p.h. (100 km/h),
The gearbox automatically favours
if regulations permit this.
dynamic driving.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer without
MANUAL GEARBOX
delay.
Snow programme
Reverse*
This programme makes starting easier
To change to reverse gear, lift the
and offers smooth driving in conditions
ring under the gear lever knob and
when traction is poor.
push the gear lever to the left then to
☞ Once the vehicle has been started
the front.
and position D selected, press the
button.
Reverse gear can only be engaged
The gearbox adapts to driving on
when the vehicle is stationary with
slippery roads.
the engine idling.
Note: You can return to the autoadaptive
programme at any time.
☞ Press the S or button again to
cancel the current programme.
* According to engine.
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TRACTION CONTROL (ASR)
Disarming the ESP/ASR systems
The ASR/ESP systems
AND DYNAMIC STABILITY
In certain exceptional conditions
offer increased safety dur-
CONTROL (ESP)
(vehicle stuck in mud or snow, or on
ing normal driving, but
loose ground...), it could prove useful
should not incite the driver
These systems are linked and com-
to disarm the ASR and ESP systems
to take risks or to drive at high
plement the ABS.
to make the wheels spin and regain
speed.
The ASR system optimises drive to
grip.
The operation of these systems is
prevent the wheels skidding, by act-
assured on condition that the
☞ Press the switch "ESP OFF", sit-
ing on the brakes of the drive wheels
recommendations of the manufac-
uated to the left of the steering
and on the engine. It also allows the
turer regarding the wheels (tyres
wheel.
directional stability of the vehicle to
and wheel rims), the braking com-
be improved on acceleration.
The switch lights up and the indicator
ponents, the electronic compo-
lights come on, accompanied by the
nents and the assembly and
If there is a variation between the tra-
message ''ASR/ESP de-activated''
repair procedures within the
jectory followed by the vehicle and
on the multi-function display: the
PEUGEOT network are respected.
that required by the driver, the ESP
system automatically acts on the
ESP and ASR systems no longer
After an accident or impact, have
engine and the brake of one or more
affect the operation of the engine or
the system checked by a
wheels, in order to put the vehicle
the brakes.
PEUGEOT dealer.
back on course.
They engage again:
☞ automatically when the ignition is
switched off,
THE HANDBRAKE
☞ manually by pressing the switch
To apply
again.
Operation of the ASR and ESP
When parking on a slope, turn the
systems
wheels towards the kerb and apply
the handbrake.
The warning light flashes if
the ASR or ESP is activated.
Operating check
When a system malfunction
To release
occurs, the switch light
Pull the handle and press the button
flashes and the indicator
to release the handbrake and move
light comes on.
the vehicle.
Contact a PEUGEOT dealer to
check the system.
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Note: It is possible to accelerate and drive
THE ABS ANTI-LOCK
momentarily at a speed greater than the
BRAKING
memorised speed. When the accelerator
SYSTEM
pedal is released, the vehicle will return to
the memorised speed.
When used with approved
tyres in good condition, the ABS
Cancelling the memorised speed
increases the stability and manoeu-
If you wish to cancel the memorised
vrability of your vehicle, particularly
speed:
on poor or slippery road surfaces.
☞ press button
4
or the brake or
The anti-lock braking system comes
clutch pedal.
into operation automatically when
there is a risk of wheel lock.
Recalling the memorised speed
CRUISE CONTROL
After cancellation, press button
4.
Cruise control enables the vehicle to
Your vehicle will return to the last
maintain a steady speed pro-
memorised speed.
grammed by the driver, regardless of
the road characteristics and without
Changing a memorised speed
The normal operation of the ABS
the driver having to touch the accel-
may make itself felt by slight
To memorise a speed higher than
erator or brake pedals.
vibrations of the brake pedal.
the previous one:
In order for it to be memorised, the
☞ press button 3;
In emergency braking, press
vehicle speed must be greater than
☞ release it when you have reached
very firmly without releasing
25 m.p.h
(40 km/h) or
40 m.p.h
the required speed.
the pressure.
(60 km/h), depending on the engine,
and fourth gear at least must be
To memorise a speed lower than the
engaged (second gear for the auto-
previous one:
matic gearbox).
☞ press button 2;
EMERGENCY BRAKING
☞ release it when you have reached
Operation
ASSISTANCE SYSTEM
the required speed.
☞ Place switch 1 in the ON position.
In an emergency, this system
A speed can be memorised.
enables the optimum braking pres-
Cancelling the cruise control
☞ Place switch 1 in the OFF position
sure to be reached more quickly,
to cancel.
☞ Place switch 1 in the OFF position
thus reducing the stopping distance.
or switch off the ignition.
Memorising a speed
It is triggered by the speed at which
Do not use cruise control on
the brake pedal is activated. The
As soon as you reach the chosen
slippery roads or in heavy
effect of this is a reduction in the
speed, press button
2
or
3. This
traffic.
resistance of the pedal and an
memorises the speed, which will be
increase in braking efficiency.
maintained automatically.
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AIR BAGS
Passenger air bag precautions
The air bags have been designed to
For a vehicle fitted with a passenger
maximise the safety of the occupants
air bag disarming switch:
in the event of serious collisions.
They work in conjunction with the
force-limiting seat belts. The elec-
tronic detectors register and analyse
- disarm the air
any abrupt deceleration of the vehi-
bag if you install
cle: if the triggering threshold is
a rear-facing
reached, the air bags inflate instantly
child seat on the
and protect the occupants of the
front passenger
vehicle.
seat,
- arm the air bag
Immediately after the impact, the air
for an adult pas-
bags deflate rapidly so that they do
senger.
not hinder the visibility of the occu-
pants nor their exit if necessary from
FRONT AIR BAGS
the vehicle.
These are folded in the centre of the
The air bags are not deployed in the
steering wheel for the driver and in
case of collisions which are not seri-
the fascia for the front passenger.
ous, for which the seat belt is suffi-
They are deployed simultaneously,
cient to ensure maximum protection.
For a vehicle not fitted with a pas-
except in cases where the passen-
The seriousness of a collision
senger air bag disarming switch:
ger air bag is disarmed.
depends on the nature of the obsta-
cle and the speed of the vehicle at
Front air bag fault
the moment of the collision.
- do not install a rear-fac-
If this warning light comes
ing child seat on the
Air bags only operate when the
on, accompanied by an
front passenger seat.
ignition is switched on.
audible signal and the mes-
sage "Air bag fault"
on the
Note: the gas escaping from the air
multi-function display, contact a
bags can be a minor irritant.
Never place your feet or any object
PEUGEOT dealer to have the sys-
on the fascia.
tem checked.
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Disarming check
SIDE AIR BAGS
This is confirmed by an indi-
The side air bags are incorporated
cator light, accompanied by
into the backs of the front seats, on
an audible signal and a
the door side.
message on the multifunction dis-
They are deployed independently of
play.
each other, on whichever side the
collision occurs.
With the ignition on
(2nd notch),
illumination of this warning light
Operating check
accompanied by an audible signal
and the message "Passenger
This is confirmed by an indicator
air bag deactivated"
on the
light, accompanied by an audible
multifunction display, indicates that
signal and a message on the multi-
Disarming the passenger air bag*
the passenger air bag is disarmed
function display.
To ensure the safety of your child,
(switch in the "OFF"
position).
it is essential to disarm the pas-
senger air bag when you install a
If this indicator light comes
rear-facing child seat on the front
on, accompanied by an
passenger seat.
audible signal and the
message "Air bag fault"
Otherwise, the child would risk
on the multi-function dis-
being killed or seriously injured if
play, contact a PEUGEOT dealer to
the air bag were to inflate.
have the system checked.
☞ With the ignition switched off
,
insert the key into the passenger air
bag disarming switch 1, turn it to the
"OFF" position, then remove the
key keeping the slot in this position.
The air bag warning light on the
instrument panel is lit throughout the
disarming process.
In the "OFF" position, the passenger
air bag will not be triggered in the
event of an impact.
As soon as the child seat is removed,
turn the air bag slot to the "ON " position
to re-activate the air bag and thus
ensure the safety of your passenger in
the event of an impact.
* According to destination.
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For the front and side* air bags to be fully effective, observe the following safety rules:
• Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt.
• Sit in a normal upright position.
• Do not leave anything between the occupants of the front seats and the air bags (a child, pet, object...).
This could hamper the operation of the air bags or injure the occupants.
• All work on the air bag system is strictly forbidden unless it is carried out by qualified personnel of the PEUGEOT
network.
• After an accident or if the vehicle has been stolen or broken into, have the air bag systems checked.
Front air bags
• Do not drive holding the steering wheel by its spokes or resting your hands on the centre part of the wheel.
• Passengers must not place their feet on the fascia.
• Smoke as little as possible; deployment of the air bags can cause burns or the risk of injury from a cigarette or pipe.
• Never remove or pierce the steering wheel or hit it violently.
Side air bags*
• Only put approved covers on the front seats. Contact your PEUGEOT dealer.
• Do not fix or glue anything to the front seat backs. This could cause injury to the chest or arms when the side air bag
inflates.
• Do not sit with the upper part of the body any nearer to the door than necessary.
* According to destination.
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Disarming check
SIDE AIR BAGS
This is confirmed by an indi-
The side air bags are incorporated
cator light, accompanied by
into the backs of the front seats, on
an audible signal and a
the door side.
message on the multifunction dis-
They are deployed independently of
play.
each other, on whichever side the
collision occurs.
With the ignition on
(2nd notch),
illumination of this warning light
Operating check
accompanied by an audible signal
and the message "Passenger
This is confirmed by an indicator
air bag deactivated"
on the
light, accompanied by an audible
multifunction display, indicates that
signal and a message on the multi-
Disarming the passenger air bag*
the passenger air bag is disarmed
function display.
To ensure the safety of your child,
(switch in the "OFF"
position).
it is essential to disarm the pas-
senger air bag when you install a
If this indicator light comes
rear-facing child seat on the front
on, accompanied by an
passenger seat.
audible signal and the
message "Air bag fault"
Otherwise, the child would risk
on the multi-function dis-
being killed or seriously injured if
play, contact a PEUGEOT dealer to
the air bag were to inflate.
have the system checked.
☞ With the ignition switched off
,
insert the key into the passenger air
bag disarming switch 1, turn it to the
"OFF" position, then remove the
key keeping the slot in this position.
The air bag warning light on the
instrument panel is lit throughout the
disarming process.
In the "OFF" position, the passenger
air bag will not be triggered in the
event of an impact.
As soon as the child seat is removed,
turn the air bag slot to the "ON " position
to re-activate the air bag and thus
ensure the safety of your passenger in
the event of an impact.
* According to destination.
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For the front and side* air bags to be fully effective, observe the following safety rules:
• Wear a correctly adjusted seat belt.
• Sit in a normal upright position.
• Do not leave anything between the occupants of the front seats and the air bags (a child, pet, object...).
This could hamper the operation of the air bags or injure the occupants.
• All work on the air bag system is strictly forbidden unless it is carried out by qualified personnel of the PEUGEOT
network.
• After an accident or if the vehicle has been stolen or broken into, have the air bag systems checked.
Front air bags
• Do not drive holding the steering wheel by its spokes or resting your hands on the centre part of the wheel.
• Passengers must not place their feet on the fascia.
• Smoke as little as possible; deployment of the air bags can cause burns or the risk of injury from a cigarette or pipe.
• Never remove or pierce the steering wheel or hit it violently.
Side air bags*
• Only put approved covers on the front seats. Contact your PEUGEOT dealer.
• Do not fix or glue anything to the front seat backs. This could cause injury to the chest or arms when the side air bag
inflates.
• Do not sit with the upper part of the body any nearer to the door than necessary.
* According to destination.
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2 litre 16 valve petrol engine
3 - Windscreen and headlamp*
6 - Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
wash reservoir.
1 - Power steering reservoir.
7 - Engine oil filler cap.
4 - Battery.
8 - Dipstick.
2 - Coolant reservoir.
5 - Air filter.
* According to destination.
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2.2 litre 16 valve petrol engine
3 - Windscreen and headlamp*
6 - Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
wash reservoir.
7 - Engine oil filler cap.
1 - Power steering reservoir.
4 - Battery.
8 - Dipstick.
2 - Coolant reservoir.
5 - Air filter.
* According to destination.
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3 litre 24 valve V6 petrol
3 - Windscreen and headlamp*
6 - Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
injection engine
wash reservoir.
7 - Engine oil filler cap.
1 - Power steering reservoir.
4 - Battery.
8 - Dipstick.
2 - Coolant reservoir.
5 - Air filter.
* According to destination.
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2.2 litre 16V turbo diesel HDI
3 - Windscreen and headlamp*
6 - Brake and clutch fluid reservoir.
engine
wash reservoir.
7 - Engine oil filler cap.
1 - Power steering reservoir.
4 - Battery.
8 - Dipstick.
2 - Coolant reservoir.
5 - Air filter.
* According to destination.
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CHECKING THE LEVELS
Brake and clutch fluid level:
Used products
- The level should always be
Oil level
Do not dispose of used oil, brake
between the DANGER and MAX
Check the level regularly and top up
fluid or coolant down drains or on the
marks on the reservoir.
between changes. Maximum con-
ground.
sumption is 0.5 litres per 600 miles
- If the level drops substantially, con-
(1 000 km).
tact a PEUGEOT dealer immedi-
ately.
The oil level should be checked with
Power steering fluid level
the vehicle level and the engine cold
Open the reservoir with the engine
using the oil gauge or the dipstick.
Fluid change:
cold at ambient temperature. The
- must be carried out according to
level should always be above the
the
manufacturer's
servicing
MIN mark, close to the MAX mark.
Dipstick
schedule.
There are two marks on
- use fluids recommended by the
the dipstick:
manufacturer, which fulfil DOT
4
Windscreen and headlamp*
A = maximum
standards.
wash fluid level
Never fill past this mark.
Note: the brake fluid is noxious and
For best quality cleaning and for your
B = minimum
very corrosive. Avoid any contact
safety, we advise that you use
To maintain the reliability
with the skin.
products
recommended
by
of the engines and of the
PEUGEOT.
emission control sys-
tems, the use of additives
Coolant level
in the engine oil is prohib-
Use the fluid recommended by the
ited.
manufacturer.
When the engine is warm, the tem-
perature of the coolant is controlled
Oil change
by the engine fan. Because this fan
According to the information given in
can operate with the ignition off and
"PEUGEOT SERVICING" .
because the cooling system is pres-
Note: avoid any prolonged contact of
surised, wait for at least one hour
used oil with the skin.
after the engine has stopped before
carrying out any work.
Viscosity selection
To avoid any risk of burns, slacken
In all cases, the oil selected must
the cap to the first notch to release
meet the manufacturer's require-
the pressure. When the pressure has
ments.
dropped, remove the cap and top up
the level.
* According to destination.
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CHECKS
Manual gearbox
Only use products recom-
This does not require an oil change.
mended by PEUGEOT.
Have the level checked in accor-
To ensure best perfor-
Battery
dance with the manufacturer's ser-
mance from components
At the start of winter, have your bat-
vicing schedule.
as important as the power steering
tery checked by a PEUGEOT dealer.
and the
braking
system,
Oil filter
PEUGEOT selects and offers
Replace the cartridge regularly in
specific products.
accordance with the servicing sched-
To prevent damage to the electri-
Air filter
ule.
cal units, avoid washing the
Regular replacement of the filter ele-
engine.
ment is essential. If you drive in
very dusty conditions, change it
twice as often.
Brake pads
Brake pad wear depends on the
style of driving, in particular for vehi-
cles that are used in town, for short
journeys.
It may be necessary to check the
thickness of the pads even between
services.
Handbrake
Where the handbrake travel is too
great or there is a reduction in the
performance of the system, the
handbrake should be adjusted, even
between services.
Have the system checked by a
PEUGEOT dealer.
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